FOOD SERVICE ASSISTANT; FT, 1st shift

Responsibilities

• Assembles patient and mobile meal trays/meals in accordance with approved diet guidelines and portions while adhering to productivity standards.
• Loads and transports food carts.
• Delivers patient meal trays to patient rooms in accordance with established procedures.
• May provide initial service to visitors in the cafeteria by serving food and maintaining the cleanliness of the cafeteria.
• Responsible for operating cash register, handling cash and completing daily reports and cash register balance sheets as needed.
• Performs cleaning duties using established sanitation procedures in the kitchen and cafeteria.
• Washes pots, pans, and dishes according to established procedures.
• Assists with preparation, delivery, setup, cleanup and presentation of catered and specialized events.
• Assists with "special days/promotions", including decorating.
• Displays daily specials for presentation to customers.
• Coordinates the food preparation and presentation of all major catering.
• Prepares snacks, beverages, sandwiches and other patient food items in accordance with standardized recipes and approved diet guidelines and portions while adhering to productivity standards.
• Prepares, arranges, serves and replenishes supplies of food, beverages and condiments in retail areas and kitchen.
• Prepares entrees, grill and deli sandwiches, and salads with an emphasis on food garnishing and presentation.
• Replenishes food service areas to include supply of dishes, utensils, glassware, napkins and trays.
• Delivers and stocks all nursing units, doctors' lounges, same day surgery and emergency rooms, following established procedures while adhering to productivity standards.
• Monitors food temperatures and utilizes established procedures to ensure safe food handling techniques and prevent foodborne illness.

Requirements

• No licensure, registration, or certification required.
• No formal education required.
• No experience required.

Skills

• Basic knowledge in food service from within a hospital, hotel, restaurant or a related environment.
• Ability to read and understand written and oral communications.
• Good communication and customer service skills to effectively interact with internal and external customers.
• Intermediate computer skills in Microsoft Office or similar products.
• Ability to use e-mail and internet.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

• Operates equipment (i.e. dish-machine, tray line, garbage disposal, etc.) necessary to perform the job; demonstrating ability to safely and effectively utilize necessary power equipment.
• Stands, walks and reaches above shoulders the majority of the workday as well as squats, bends, twists, kneels and climbs throughout shift.
• Must be able to lift up to 40 lbs. from floor to a maximum 5 ft.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 40 lbs. at waist height a reasonable distance.
• Must be able to push/pull with 20 lbs. of force.
• Working atmosphere contains fumes, odors, and dust/dirt (fumes from trucks, dust/dirt from storeroom or cleaning agents, spices, etc.).
• May be exposed to mechanical, electrical and chemical hazards; protective clothing must be worn as necessary.
• May be required to enter patient isolation rooms wearing appropriate coverings during meal service tray delivery and pick up.
• Will be exposed to sharp knives, other sharp cooking utensils, heat from ovens and other hazards in a kitchen environment.